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Anchor apparatus and method for orthodontic appliances

  • US 20110033813A1
  • Filed: 10/04/2010
  • Published: 02/10/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 08/24/2006
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A method of anchoring orthodontic appliances or the like in the mouth with the use of anchor screws that are installed in the bone in different areas of the mouth, comprising using anchor screws of different constructions in different mouth areas to insure adequate bone contact and retention, each of the anchor screws having a threaded portion and a washer portion at the outer end of the threaded portion and of sufficient width to engage the adjacent exterior bone surface when the threaded portion is installed in the bone to provide lateral support for the threaded portion.

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